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Guy Ben-Porat

    Guy Ben-Porat investigates the intricate relationship between globalization and peace processes, analyzing how global forces can foster or undermine efforts to resolve protracted conflicts. His work draws comparisons between peace initiatives in different regions, illuminating the tension between global liberal trends and local populism. He further delves into the impact of economic and demographic shifts on secularization and religious authority within contemporary societies. His current research focuses on policing practices in multicultural states and the dynamics between law enforcement and minority communities.

    Policing Citizens
    The Failure of the Middle East Peace Process?
    Israel since 1980
    Who Will Ask the Four Questions?
    Between State and Synagogue
    • 2020

      Policing Citizens

      • 252 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Examines Israel and its policing of minorities through the perceptions and experiences of four distinct minority groups, touching on the issues of racial profiling, police violence, trust and legitimacy of the police and the state.

      Policing Citizens
    • 2020

      Who Will Ask the Four Questions?

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      4.1(16)Add rating

      Delightfully illustrated picture book for 4-8 year olds. A heart-warming story which celebrates the importance of family.

      Who Will Ask the Four Questions?
    • 2014

      Between State and Synagogue

      The Secularization of Contemporary Israel

      • 284 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      The book delves into the complex relationship between liberalism and religious orthodoxy in Israeli society, highlighting the ongoing tensions that arise as these two forces interact. It examines how societal values and norms are shaped by this dynamic, offering insights into the challenges faced by individuals navigating their identities within this context. Through a detailed analysis, the author sheds light on the broader implications for Israeli democracy and social cohesion.

      Between State and Synagogue
    • 2011

      Israel since 1980

      • 202 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Five Israeli academics explore the evolution of Israeli society over the past twenty-five years, examining significant cultural, social, and political changes. Their analysis delves into various aspects of life in Israel, providing insights into the complexities and dynamics that have shaped contemporary Israeli identity. Through their research, they aim to shed light on the challenges and transformations faced by the nation during this period.

      Israel since 1980
    • 2008

      The Failure of the Middle East Peace Process?

      A Comparative Analysis of Peace Implementation in Israel/Palestine, Northern Ireland and South Africa

      • 279 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Focusing on the disparity between peace agreements and their implementation, this volume analyzes the successes and failures of peace processes in South Africa, Northern Ireland, and Israel-Palestine. It delves into various explanations for these outcomes, offering historical and comparative insights, particularly on the challenges faced in achieving lasting peace in the Middle East.

      The Failure of the Middle East Peace Process?